Sweet package there! I realize that while I've seen lots of Mini-14s over the years, I don't think I've ever fired one and haven't really paid them a lot of attention. The mags look a lot longer than comparable AR mags. Maybe it's just the perspective in that pic. Are they longer?

I don't own an AR but I can measure the mags if you like. I read the Ruger propaganda on the model and they say that it should shoot a 9" cluster at 300 yards. I haven't shot the gun yet but plan to soon, however I can tell you the trigger feels spectacular! This is my first high power rifle and I can not wait to shoot it.

The carbine is the best $149.00 I've spent, good cheap fun. Handle is kinda bulky, not very easy on the eyes, but it shoots good.

The pistol, the only maintence I've done is wipe down the outside, it's bulky/clunky, it wieghs more empty than my Glock 23 loaded. I actually qualified for my CWP using it. The Beretta 92 was having issues getting rid of the emptys. Fortunately this was in the bottom of the range bag.

As was said before, they get a bad rap mostly from people that haven't owned or shot one. Are they a bit crude? Yes. Are they the best firearm out there. Probly not. Would I recomend someone purchase one. I don't see any reason not to.

The carbine is the best $149.00 I've spent, good cheap fun. Handle is kinda bulky, not very easy on the eyes, but it shoots good.

The pistol, the only maintence I've done is wipe down the outside, it's bulky/clunky, it wieghs more empty than my Glock 23 loaded. I actually qualified for my CWP using it. The Beretta 92 was having issues getting rid of the emptys. Fortunately this was in the bottom of the range bag.

As was said before, they get a bad rap mostly from people that haven't owned or shot one. Are they a bit crude? Yes. Are they the best firearm out there. Probly not. Would I recomend someone purchase one. I don't see any reason not to.